EN26W is a commonly used engineering steel for applications that require a higher tensile than EN24T. Typical applications include gears, shafts, spindles, pins, rams, turbine discs and torsion bars.

Pre heat carefully, then raise the temperature to 1150-1200°C and hold at temperature until thoroughly soaked and suitable to forge. Do not forge below 850°C. After forging the steel should be cooled slowly.

Heat slowly to 790-840°C. Hold until the temperature is uniform throughout the steel. Cool in a furnace.

EN26W is supplied ready heat treated. If further heat treatment is required annealed EN26 should be heated to 820-850°C and hold until the temperature is uniform through the section. Quench the EN26 steel in oil, water or polymer as required.  

EN26 can be flame or induction hardened to obtain a good surface hardness.

Heat the component to the required tempering temperature (450-660°C) and thoroughly soak for one hour per 25mm thickness of section, cool in still air. 

(*subject to ruling section)

Heat treatment temperatures, including rate of heating, cooling and soaking times will vary due to factors such as the shape and size of each alloy steel component. Other considerations during the heat treatment process include the type of furnace, quenching medium and work piece transfer facilities. Please consult your heat treatment provider for full guidance on heat treatment of alloy steel.

EN26W alloy steel is available with a cast and analysis certificate or a BS EN 10204 3.1 mill certificate, please request when placing any orders.

EN26W is supplied in accordance with our ISO 9001 : 2008 registration.

Contact YaoTeng Steel with your enquiries for EN26W round bar.